Attendance Officer

The Role

Job Title: Attendance Officer

E-ACT Crest Academy | Every student a leader  

E-ACT Crest Academy, is an inclusive and inspiring academy offering an incredible learning environment. At E-ACT Crest Academy, we are dedicated in ensuring that every student achieves, regardless of their starting point. Our guiding motto is clear - "Every Student, a Leader." 

E-ACT Crest Academy is a diverse and welcoming community that embraces inclusivity. Our inspiring learning environment is designed to ignite a passion for learning in every student. 

Join us at E-ACT Crest Academy, where we are committed to providing an educational experience that goes beyond academics. It's about fostering leadership, nurturing potential, and ensuring that every student is equipped to lead in their own unique way. 

Make a difference: https://crestacademy.e-act.org.uk 

Want to make a difference to young people? 

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence? We are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Attendance Officer on a full time permanent contract, to support the Academy in ensuring attendance strategies are effectively implemented.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring data is complete, accurate and up to date
• Answer and record first day phone calls
• Input and maintain all relevant absence data into SIMS, CPOMS and other relevant systems
• Sign in students arriving late to school and follow up with appropriate action
• Follow up on any missing registration marks

Pay range:

NJC Scale Point Range 2-10 (Actual Salary £24,947.84 - 27,815.54 inclusive of Inner Allowance, Full Time Equivalent £27,656 - £30,835)

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent
• Experience of attendance management in a school environment 
• Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential student information
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

What are we about? 

Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students. 

Advocacy and inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality. 

People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included. 

Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.  

About E-ACT: 

Join a trust that is going places! 

Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all of our children and young people.  

We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing. 

Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams. 

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk   

Benefits: 

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success. 

Support System of 38 Academies: Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed. 

Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable. 

Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute. 

Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement. 

How to apply: 

Simply click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form. 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

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